Montego Bay 1233-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #3FBABD, estimated LRV 40 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cyan Sky from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #3FBABD · 1233-6
Montego Bay
40%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Montego Bay Technical Profile
HEX Code#3FBABD
RGB63, 186, 189
Estimated LRV39.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Montego Bay
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Montego Bay
#3FBABD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7896B7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Montego Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Montego Bay Room Palettes
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Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Montego Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Montego Bay have?
Montego Bay by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Montego Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Montego Bay are Cyan Sky by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Vivid Turquoise by Kilz (a close digital match), North Wind by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Montego Bay's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has a estimated lightness value of 39.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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